Tour Description

See every slice of Sicily during this 9-day Sicily guided tour. Take off to Paradise Quarry in Syracuse with a Local Expert, who will show you its Ear of Dionysius, an ear-shaped limestone grotto: call out to your fellow travellers here, and your voice may echo as many as 16 times. Visit the Palatine Chapel to marvel at the glittering gold mosaics for a stunning sight. Travel to the salt pans and windmills on the western coast and taste Marsala wine in its home town. In Taormina, perched above the Ionian Sea, join a Local Expert at the city’s cliffside Greek theatre, from which you can see Mount Etna, the island’s active Strato volcano.

Priced From:

$ 4830pp ^*

From: 2025-05-09

To: 2025-10-31

Start Location: Palermo, Italy

End Location: Catania, Italy

Trip Type: Regional Europe

Tour Advisors

Tiffany McCrea-Lennon

Managing Director

Russell Mein

Travel Specialist

Caitlin Lennon

Travel Coordinator

Michelle Baldwin

Travel Specialist

Gaylyn Murdoch

Administration Manager

Holly Skene

Travel Co-ordinator

Kim Thomas

Broker

Itinerary

Welcome to Palermo

Day 1

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Casena dei Colli, Palermo

Relax and settle in before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travellers for dinner at a local restaurant.

Palermo & the Golden Age of the Normans

Day 2

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Casena dei Colli, Palermo

Discover Palermo on a walking tour featuring a visit to the stunning 12th-century Palatine Chapel with a Local Expert. This afternoon, enjoy leisure time exploring Palermo Cathedral, a fascinating site with its unique blend of architectural styles reflecting centuries of history. For your dining pleasure, you can try the foods the locals like to eat and experience how they like to eat it on your Dine-Around Evening.

Trapani and Marsala

Day 3

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Seawater, Marsala

Nestled along its crescent-shaped coastline, Trapani is embraced by the Mediterranean Sea. Discover the age-old tradition of salt production when you visit the colourful salt pans and an ancient stone windmill during a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience to see where sea water is transformed into salt crystals. Then, savour the flavours of Marsala with a tasting at a local winery, where you can enjoy the town's renowned wine in beautiful surroundings.

Explore the Valley of the Temples

Day 4

Duration: 1

Accommodation: The Scala dei Turchi Resort, Agrigento

Travel along the southern coast of Sicily en route to Agrigento. In Agrigento, explore the Valley of the Temples with a Local Expert. Recognised by UNESCO, these temples are exceptional examples of ancient Greek architecture. Marvel at the imposing Temple of Concordia and the cliff-top Temple of Juno, both overlooking the sea. Reflect on this unforgettable day with your fellow travellers over dinner at the hotel, sharing insights and experiences.

Discover Villa Romana del Casale and Ragusa

Day 5

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Mediterraneo Palace, Ragusa

Travel inland to the Villa Romana del Casale, a luxurious Roman villa renowned for its rich and intricate mosaics. This UNESCO World Heritage site, recognized since 1997, showcases the opulence of ancient Rome. Continue to Ragusa and explore the labyrinthine alleyways of Ragusa Ibla with your Local Expert. This town, with origins dating back to the Bronze Age, was inhabited by the Sicels tribe, who lent their name to Sicily. Admire the significant Sicilian Baroque architecture that has earned Ragusa UNESCO recognition. In the evening, savour the rich flavours of locally sourced ingredients with a delicious Farm-to-Table dinner at a charming local restaurant.

Modica Relaxed Start

Day 6

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Mediterraneo Palace, Ragusa

Enjoy a Relaxed Start this morning or join an Optional Experience to the Val di Noto and the town of Noto. Later, explore the town of Modica, rebuilt after the 17th-century earthquake, and discover its artisanal techniques used to create the town's celebrated handmade chocolate.

Ancient Syracuse

Day 7

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Delta by Marriott Giardini

Discover Syracuse through Insight Choice. Opt for sightseeing with your Local Expert at Syracuse’s Paradise Quarry, home to the unique Ear of Dionysius, an ear-shaped grotto with remarkable acoustics. Next, visit the impressive Greek theatre, carved from solid rock, and one of the largest of the ancient world. Alternatively, take time to explore the atmospheric Old City on the island of Ortygia, a labyrinth of narrow streets lined with palaces. This historic area is where the famed mathematician Archimedes famously ran through the streets, exclaiming 'Eureka!' Continue your journey along Sicily’s picturesque Ionian Riviera to the charming town of Giardini Naxos.

Taormina and the Dawn Coast of Europe

Day 8

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Delta by Marriott Giardini

Your hotel faces east, offering early risers a glimpse of why D.H. Lawrence dubbed this 'The Dawn Coast of Europe.' After breakfast, consider an Optional Experience through the vineyards to Mount Etna, Europe’s largest active volcano. Journey to the charming old town of Taormina, perched on Mount Tauro with views of the Ionian Sea and Mount Etna. With your Local Expert, visit the ancient Greek theatre, set on a cliff and open to the sky. Sit and absorb the breath-taking view through the crumbling arches to Mount Etna. Stroll along the elegant Corso Umberto and enjoy panoramic views from Piazza IX Aprile. Celebrate your time in Sicily with a delightful dinner at a local restaurant, savouring Sicilian cuisine with exquisite Italian wines.

Depart Catania

Day 9

Duration: 1

Your Sicily tour has now come to an end. Appreciate views of Mount Etna on your way to the airport.

Dates & prices

Start Date: 2025-05-30

End Date: 2025-06-07

twin

Child Price: 4430

Adult Price: 4950

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Adult Price: 4950

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Adult Price: 4830

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Adult Price: 5690

Start Date: 2025-06-06

End Date: 2025-06-14

twin

Child Price: 4430

Adult Price: 4950

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triple

Child Price: 4310

Adult Price: 4830

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Child Price:

Adult Price: 5690

Start Date: 2025-06-20

End Date: 2025-06-28

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Child Price: 4430

Adult Price: 4950

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Child Price: 4310

Adult Price: 4830

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Adult Price: 5690

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End Date: 2025-07-26

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Adult Price: 5095

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Adult Price: 4975

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End Date: 2025-09-13

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End Date: 2025-09-20

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Adult Price: 5495

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Adult Price: 5375

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End Date: 2025-09-27

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Adult Price: 5495

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Adult Price: 5375

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End Date: 2025-10-18

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Sicily in Depth – Classic Group

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